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Board hears first reading of independent‑study policy changes tied to SB 153
Summary
Assistant superintendent Dr. Dina Richter presented a first read of revised Board Policy 6158 to align the district's independent‑study rules with Senate Bill 153 (2024), including ADA counting from a student's first day, adjusted short/long‑term day thresholds and required documentation of instructional minutes.
The San Marino Unified Board of Education received a first reading Jan. 14 of proposed amendments to Board Policy 6158 (Independent Study) to bring district practice into alignment with Senate Bill 153 (2024).
Dr. Dina Richter, presenting the item, said the updated state rules change when average daily attendance (ADA) is counted and adjust program thresholds. “Average daily attendance…is counted from a student's first day of independent study,” she said, describing a revision from the previous three‑day rule.…
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